Allan Quatermain

Allan Quatermain, published in 1887, is the sequel to King Solomon’s Mines, continuing the adventures of the iconic English explorer in Africa. Mourning the death of his son, Quatermain embarks on a dangerous journey into unexplored regions, seeking a lost civilization. Haggard’s novel blends thrilling adventure, exotic settings, and elements of fantasy, while reflecting Victorian attitudes toward empire and exploration. The story’s excitement, larger-than-life characters, and imaginative scope helped establish the "lost world" genre and influenced generations of adventure fiction.